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Why vitamin C won't 'boost' your immune system against the coronavirus
By Nicoletta Lanese last updated
It poses little risk but is very unlikely to help.
Loss of smell could be a symptom of COVID-19
By Mindy Weisberger last updated
Doctors are advising adding loss of smell to the list of symptoms for COVID-19.
Severe COVID-19 may cause similar cognitive deficits as 20 years of aging
By Nicoletta Lanese published
People hospitalized for COVID-19 showed cognitive impairments.
Longest COVID-19 infection reported: Patient had virus for 505 days.
By Rachael Rettner published
The case is the longest-known continuous infection with COVID-19 reported to date.
Should you get a second booster shot for COVID-19?
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Is getting a second booster worth it?
Quick guide: Most widely used COVID-19 vaccines and how they work
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Learn about the most widely used COVID-19 vaccines.
At-home COVID-19 tests linked to accidental injuries, FDA warns
By Rachael Rettner published
The agency also reminded people to keep the tests out of reach of children and pets.
'Stealth' omicron cases rising in the US: Here's what we know.
By Nicoletta Lanese published
BA.2 is steadily becoming more common in the U.S.
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